I am a composer of music that is stylistically thematic and emotive. My music is inspired by nature, all forms of art and literature, and the healing power of music. I’ve been a passionate teacher of piano and violin for over twenty-five years and much of my time has been dedicated to nurturing and encouraging young musicians. I have enjoyed collaborating with an incredibly diverse and talented array of local artists in the vibrant arts culture of Melbourne.

From the 2016 concert: "An Afternoon at St Linus - Winter Edition"

With Marianne Rothschild (Violin), Helen Bower (Violin) and Lachlan Dent (Cello)

The illustrated children's book "Anthea's Garden" featuring music by Katherine Rawlings, words by Ailsa Wild and illustrations by Simon Howe

From the sold out live performance of "Anthea's Garden" at La Mama Courthouse Theatre

"Anthea's Garden" appears in the shop window of "Pictures and Pages", Coburg.

From the Spring Edition of "An Afternoon at St Linus" 2016

Trio Anima Mundi performs "Bloom" for piano trio 2018

Linus Ensemble 2018

From left to right Marianne Rothschild (violin), Katherine Rawlings (composer), Luca Vanags-Smith (horn), Amy Valent (percussion) and Karina Di Sisto (cello).

Sheet music for solo violin and solo piano by Katherine…

Gerbera for solo piano

Snow Rising for solo piano

Blue Carnation for solo violin: listen on iTunes

Celebration Song for solo violin

Magenta for solo violin

Wilting not dying for solo cello

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Humorous for bass violin and cello

Bloom for solo violin: listen on iTunes

Celebration Song for solo violin

Conversations in trees at dawn for two violins

The Anthea's Garden Project

Anthea’s Garden is a beautifully illustrated music composition and children’s picture book.

Anthea’s Garden tells the story of a little girl who has a series of dreamlike, magical adventures. She has shrunk to the size of a mouse and explores her garden where she finds: a runaway pot plant; her giant cat; fairies dancing; and a parade of insects. Set in a suburban backyard in Melbourne, the story encapsulates the magic of childhood through the power of the imagination and children’s instinctive fascination with nature. The work is a requiem for fellow creative artist and dear friend Anthea McKie (1980 – 2003) and the themes explored in the musical content and story are inspired by memories of Anthea and the things that she loved.

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I compose and collaborate

One source of happiness is finding what you are most passionate about, and cultivating it.

Music has always been one of my greatest passions.

I love to play and teach music

I currently teach piano, violin, music theory and composition to children and adults in Moonee Ponds and North Coburg, Victoria.

My music sounds like...

"A truly individual voice in Australian music. I loved each piece. The concepts are so timeless and relevant to a world needing such expressions at this time."

Australian Music Centre